BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with foundation year and placement
Course overview
The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year and Placement at the University of Surrey provides students with an in-depth understanding of specialist areas such as electronic circuits and systems, embedded application design and interfacing, and electrical transmission and distribution. It equips them with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to become a work-ready engineer.
The Foundation Year prepares students with the necessary academic skills for the bachelor's degree. It is designed for those who do not meet the standard direct entry requirements and would benefit from extra preparation before undertaking degree-level study.
Through laboratory sessions and a range of practical activities, students will learn from lectures and tutorials. They will also have opportunities to complete work placements and sponsorships through the university's strong industry connections.
The programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council, fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying to the course and provide other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to A-levels at CCC in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, or Technology. Other qualifications include the International Baccalaureate and GCSE or equivalent.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent recognised English language test score like TOEFL or PTE.
Scholarships
Discounts for Surrey Graduates
As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.
Up to 20% of feesEarly Payment Discount
The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000ICAEW Foundation Bursary
The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.
Up to £5,000International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS
The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Excellence Award (Postgraduate)
This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.
Up to £5,000International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)
The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 fee waiver.
Up to £5,000ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program
Contributing to the development of future aviation professionals by providing funds and avenues for students with a keen interest in commercial aviation.
Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship
This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.
Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Women in Leadership
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.
The Professor GQ Max Lu Global Scholarship
The total value of the award is £30,000 (£10,000 x 3 years).
Up to £30,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year and Placement work as:
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- Power Systems Engineer
- Aerospace Engineer
- Automotive Electronics Engineer
- Research Engineer
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year and Placement at the University of Surrey is £27,000, with an additional £1,900 for the placement year.
Admission
You can apply for this course online directly through UCAS. If you need any help with your application, feel free to speak to our trained advisors.
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